2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi S3 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2003 Audi S3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Kalos | S3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |